Tokyo (City Guide)

Tokyo (City Guide)

<DIV>City Guide Tokyo offers comprehensive travel advice for what to do and where to go in one of Asia’s most fast-paced cities. <B>Engaging and inspirational</B> <B>History and Culture</B> chapters explain the city’s intriguing and proud past, and the factors influencing contemporary society. The fashion scene, architectural treasures and local cuisine are fully explored so that visitors can gain a sense of how Tokyo’s distinctive character and culture have been shaped. The <B>Best of Tokyo</B> section gives our recommendations for <B>planning the perfect trip</B> – from visiting tranquil temples to joining the crowds in Shibuya’s glitzy shopping malls. The <B>Places</B> chapters cover all areas of the city in detail, including Harajuku and Roppongi. There are also plenty of ideas for hopping on Japan’s super-efficient rail network to make excursions to Mount Fuji, Yokohama, and the spectacular former capital, Kamakura. Full<B>-color photography</B> throughout gives a true flavor of life in the city today. <B>Detailed maps</B> help visitors get around, with all major sites cross-referenced with the text, and the <B>Travel Tips</B> offer <B>selective</B> advice on where to stay, what to eat and practical information on cultural, outdoor and sporting activities.</div>